1 Corinthians 15:32 Meaning
If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts at Ephesus, what advantageth it me, if the dead rise not? let us eat and drink; for to morrow we die.
Context Explained
30And why stand we in jeopardy every hour?
31I protest by your rejoicing which I have in Christ Jesus our Lord, I die daily.
32If after the manner of men I have fought with beasts at Ephesus, what advantageth it me, if the dead rise not? let us eat and drink; for to morrow we die.
33Be not deceived: evil communications corrupt good manners.
34Awake to righteousness, and sin not; for some have not the knowledge of God: I speak this to your shame.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
1 Thessalonians 4:14
Both verses affirm the hope of resurrection for believers.
Revelation 20:14
Speaks of the final defeat of death, echoing the victory proclaimed here.
John 11:25
Jesus declares Himself as the resurrection and the life, connecting to the theme of victory over death.
Source: 1 Corinthians 15:32